There are days when my hopes, dreams, passions, and goals seem to be making no more headway than screaming into the abyss ... yet I keep trying. Not sure if I'm tenacious or insane.

My hope is that everyone in your life gives you respect, room and acceptance to be yourself, and appreciation for your existence in their lives.

It's not easy being human.

May you find solace this evening, and the restful pull of sweet slumber throughout the night.

The return on my investment of emotions, feelings, and dedication to love is similar to that of being a cat toy.

I know you like sunrises …. may you have a peaceful day.

Hope you have a wonderful weekend ✌🏻

It’s a wonder what exercise and pizza can do to one’s serotonin levels.

Is fatigue fatigue a thing?

Reality has ground me down so much this week that I can't even find the energy to use escape mechanisms.

Restless thoughts flutter around my brain like brutal echoes in empty corridors.

Just a reminder that it's OK to not be OK. Those that care about you will understand. We'll have your back through it all.

If only the longing, yearning feeling could be washed away like the grime of the day.

Like Cheers, but it's my name called when walking into a bookstore.

The Golden Rule: Treat all as you want to be treated ... with respect, with empathy, and with kindness ... forgiving mistakes and giving room to grow. Addition: Make sure you treat yourself that way, too. #clouds #sunset

My son's first time driving with me today. Kept reassuring his jangly nerves. "You're doing well. You'll get the hang of this." It gave me perspective of the comfort in aging, the ease that comes with experience. Just wish it hadn't cost so much heartache to obtain.

May all those around you respect your boundaries and let you seek your own peace.

New shirt …. and I can’t smile for selfies. #lgbtqally #pflag

The randomness of life can be vertigo inducing. Through all the happy chances and indiscriminate losses, I hope you find the room to exist as you wish; finding peace of mind, contentment, and good health.

I probably wouldn’t be able to survive the work week if it wasn’t for pizza.

I am grateful for my friendships; for their support and the allowance to be myself. I hope all of you have the same in your life, and reminders that they are grateful for your presence in their lives, too.

Afraid to admit this, because I don't want to make you uncomfortable; many of my posts had you in mind. I hope others find strength and peace of mind in them, but yes, I was thinking of you.

You owe it to yourself to do more of the things that make you happy. But it's good for the world,too, because happy people don't harm others.

Some days are too restless and peppered with stress, so it’s nice to have things to remind us of the beauty on this planet.

Hi (with the intention of getting to meet your dog)

I don't want people to be positive all the time. Afraid to show their dark side, their hurt side, their recovering side. Afraid they won't get as many "likes" on social media, by feeling low. Fuck that, show me your humanness. Every emotion you think you're not allowed to feel. Feel it.

Life is tough. Some make it look easy. Can't compare ourselves to anyone, can't be caught up by their confidence and charisma. We all face different challenges. Our victories shouldn't be less sweet because they aren't as big.

My intelligence should be questioned given that I made spaghetti for dinner hours after cleaning the kitchen.

Just because you may not fit the aesthetic norms that society pushes, it doesn't mean you lack beauty. #clouds #sunset

My brain has a mind of its own.

Lying on the bed, windows open, with a cool autumn-like breeze, eases the stresses and anxieties of the day.

I accept and understand that as a human, I will make mistakes. But those mistakes made as a parent sting a bit more.

You are worthy of the kindness others give to you. You are worthy of their positive attention. You are worthy of all the good that comes your way. #clouds #sunset

Hello. Good morning. Just so you know .... I care about you. Sure, we don't know each other well, but I see you. And I like you. So, if you ever need someone to talk to, I'm willing to listen. Too many good humans on this planet to let any of them get lost in the crowd. #clouds #morningsun

I am smart enough to know that there are things I’m not smart enough to know.

Acknowledgement of someone, a kind word to them, a heartfelt compliment, all can be so powerful. You may never know how much it means to them and how long they will remember it. #clouds #rays

Good night, and sweet dreams. May tomorrow bring you peace. #moon #moonrise #luna

Please don’t forget to prioritize your mental health, even if it’s days off or cancelled plans, because you’re worth it. #clouds #sunset

Even on your darkest days, someone will care about you, someone will love you. #clouds #rainclouds

Wouldn’t it be nice to be the focus of someone’s love and attention without having to compromise who you are at your core?

My hope is to bring respect, understanding, and peace to those around me. Whether I'm a part of their story for a moment or a lifetime. #sunrise

I've always been shy. Still am. But I don’t want to be shy about my support. ✌🏻

Your illness doesn't define you. Your disability doesn't define you. Your bad days don't define you. You get to define yourself, and are allowed to change that definition as you experience life. #flowers #clematis

Surely we should be allowed to be who and what we want to be. Without judgement. Without ridicule. #flowers #morningglory #ipomoea

You may not see all the beauty you possess, both inside and out, but it is there. #clouds #cloudscape

Emotional intimacy, and the attention one receives from love, are what is missed most of all. #clouds #sunrise

Is it a foolish / selfish act or is it chasing your dreams and desires? If only life's choices were easier to decode. #clouds

Today has the aura of Autumn, and it's a wonderful experience. May you have a lovely weekend. #sunset

True friends understand grief changes us. They forgive choices made in pain, knowing those moments don’t define us. They stay, without judgment, offering quiet support. Even in silence or mistakes, they see your heart and that’s when real friendship proves itself.

There are plenty of good people on this planet. Even when things are bad, they find a way to remind us. #clouds #sunset